Dr. Lovering is by far the most thorough and exacting optometrist I have seen. I have lived all over the bay area and have subsequently had eye exams from Daly City to San Jose and the east bay. I have never felt so confident with a practitioner. I now wonder what it is that the other optometrists are doing.

I can also appreciate her friendly and easy manner. It is becoming a rarity in Palo Alto to find a 'real' person who is also a professional. She is never condescending and always listens to my sometimes simplistic questions.

I have referred friends, family and colleagues to her without reservation, which is why this is the ONLY 5 star rating I have ever given.

Dr. Lovering is by far the most thorough and exacting optometrist I have seen. I have lived all over the bay area and have subsequently had eye exams from Daly City to San Jose and the east bay. I have never felt so confident with a practitioner. I now wonder what it is that the other optometrists are doing.

I can also appreciate her friendly and easy manner. It is becoming a rarity in Palo Alto to find a 'real' person who is also a professional. She is never condescending and always listens to my sometimes simplistic questions.

I have referred friends, family and colleagues to her without reservation, which is why this is the ONLY 5 star rating I have ever given.

Dr. Lovering (she actually prefers that I call her Shawna) is the most caring, compassionate health care provider I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. I was referred to her by a colleague who was impressed by her bedside manner, friendly personality, and eagerness to go the extra mile and spend quality time with each individual customer. Needless to say, I went into my first appointment, several years ago, with high expectations and Dr. Lovering even exceeded my expectations! I usually have a fear of doctors, but she made me feel right at home and I was thrilled with the care I received. Since that visit, I've sent family members, friends, and colleagues in to see Dr. Lovering and they have all been impressed with her extensive knowledge and caring demeanor.

Dr. Lovering (she actually prefers that I call her Shawna) is the most caring, compassionate health care provider I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. I was referred to her by a colleague who was impressed by her bedside manner, friendly personality, and eagerness to go the extra mile and spend quality time with each individual customer. Needless to say, I went into my first appointment, several years ago, with high expectations and Dr. Lovering even exceeded my expectations! I usually have a fear of doctors, but she made me feel right at home and I was thrilled with the care I received. Since that visit, I've sent family members, friends, and colleagues in to see Dr. Lovering and they have all been impressed with her extensive knowledge and caring demeanor.

I have not been examined by this Dr. yet, but had my file transferred from my previous optometrist. I found a good selection of frames to choose from (at least more than what I encountered at other stores I've visited) and found the staff VERY helpful and knowledgeable. I have a small face and high bridge and finding glasses that fit is a real challenge. I will definitely see Bagget for my next eye exam.

I have not been examined by this Dr. yet, but had my file transferred from my previous optometrist. I found a good selection of frames to choose from (at least more than what I encountered at other stores I've visited) and found the staff VERY helpful and knowledgeable. I have a small face and high bridge and finding glasses that fit is a real challenge. I will definitely see Bagget for my next eye exam.

I have a very difficult eye problem, and Dr. Bagget was the only doctor I ever saw who looked outside of the box for creative solutions that have changed my vision and eye-health for over 10 years. He has great bedside manner, and a talented optician. I have seen several in my life, and really none compare. His new clinic is a little fancy, so I might not buy all my glasses there, but he is just right.

PROS: Great eye-doctor for the whole family
CONS: No frames for us non-brand-motivated folks.

I have a very difficult eye problem, and Dr. Bagget was the only doctor I ever saw who looked outside of the box for creative solutions that have changed my vision and eye-health for over 10 years. He has great bedside manner, and a talented optician. I have seen several in my life, and really none compare. His new clinic is a little fancy, so I might not buy all my glasses there, but he is just right.

PROS: Great eye-doctor for the whole family
CONS: No frames for us non-brand-motivated folks.

My family and I have been seeing Dr. Bagget for many years. He provides a comprehensive eye exam and is able to refer to a strong network of opthamalagists, when necessary. So, I give Dr. Baggett 4 stars, but I give his clinic 3 stars because of the lack of frames in different styles and price ranges. I would suggest going to Dr. Baggett for your exam, but then taking your prescription elsewhere to find a pair of frames.

My family and I have been seeing Dr. Bagget for many years. He provides a comprehensive eye exam and is able to refer to a strong network of opthamalagists, when necessary. So, I give Dr. Baggett 4 stars, but I give his clinic 3 stars because of the lack of frames in different styles and price ranges. I would suggest going to Dr. Baggett for your exam, but then taking your prescription elsewhere to find a pair of frames.

PROS: Comprehensive Eye Exam
CONS: Limited Frame Selection

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Message from Shawna L. Lovering, OD

We believe our practice is unique in the area, as our Eye Doctors, Drs. Baggett & Lovering, have had over 34 years of experience in Teaching & Research in Optometry & various Contact Lens modalities, both in clinical and University settings at California Pacific Medical Center, and at the Contact Lens Clinic at the School of Optometry at UC Berkeley.

We have been in practice in Palo Alto since 1992, and have recently moved into our new practice location on California Avenue, near Stanford University and the California Avenue Cal Train Station.

Our commitment is not just in meeting your expectations, but in exceeding them! Because we know how much your eye health and appearance can mean to the quality of your life, we are committed to excellence in servicing your complete eye care needs.

We have a beautiful dispensary, with all the latest fashionable & designer frames, children's, kids, and baby spectacles, polarized & transitions sunglasses, sport, hiking, biking, & cycling goggles, safety, polycarbonate, and thinner hi-index glasses, and the newest exclusive eyewear from the finest designers in the world. Our professional Opticians will help you choose eyewear that fits your lifestyle, and compliments your appearance.

Our complete line of frames will accommodate a wide variety of single vision, bifocal, trifocal, & progressive addition prescriptions.